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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 7 July 2025

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1. Introduction

Reading for Feeding (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains:

  • The types of personal information we collect and how we collect it.

  • Why we collect information and how we use it.

  • Our practices regarding sharing data with third parties.

  • Your privacy rights and options.

  • Special practices regarding the data of minors.

  • Contact details for privacy-related questions.

 
2. Information We Collect
 
2.1 Personal Data

  • Contact information you provide (e.g. name, email, postal address).

  • Account details (if you sign up): username, password.

  • Payment data, if applicable.

  • Children’s data, if collected with parental consent (see section 7).

 
2.2 Usage Data

  • Log data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, referring site, date/time.

  • Cookies and tracking technologies: session cookies, analytics cookies, advertising cookies.
    We use cookies to analyze site usage, improve user experience, and provide relevant content.

 
3. How We Collect Data

  • Directly from you: when you register, subscribe, donate, complete forms, or contact us.

  • Automatically: through use of cookies and similar tech.

  • From third parties: e.g., analytics providers (Google Analytics), social media platforms, or trusted partners.

 
4. Purpose & Legal Basis for Processing

  • Service delivery: account setup, newsletter, donations.

  • Improvement of services: analyzing traffic, optimizing site structure.

  • Communications: updates, alerts, marketing (only with consent).

  • Compliance & protection: legal obligations, fraud prevention, security.

  • Consent-based processing (e.g. marketing emails). You can withdraw consent any time.

 
5. Sharing Information With Third Parties

We may share personal data with:

  • Service providers (hosting, email, payment processors).

  • Analytics providers for usage insights.

  • Legal/regulatory authorities, if required by law.

  • Affiliates or partners, only with your consent or if disclosure is necessary for requested services.
    We do not sell personal data to third parties.

 
6. International Transfers

Your information may be processed in countries outside the UK/EU (e.g. the US). When this occurs, we ensure:

  • Use of EU/UK-approved transfer mechanisms (e.g. Standard Contractual Clauses).

  • Adequate privacy safeguards are in place.

 
7. Children’s Data

Our site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect their data. If we learn we have inadvertently gathered personal info from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly. For children over 13, we comply with applicable privacy laws and may request parental consent where required.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

  • Access the data we hold about you.

  • Rectify inaccuracies.

  • Erase data (“right to be forgotten”).

  • Restrict or object to data processing.

  • Data portability: obtain data in a structured, machine-readable form.

  • Withdraw consent at any time.
    To exercise these rights, contact us via the details below. We’ll respond within legal timelines (e.g. 30 days in the UK/EU).

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

  • While you have an active account or relationship with us.

  • As needed to comply with legal obligations (e.g. tax, charity regulations).
    When no longer needed, data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

 
10. Data Security

We implement security measures to protect your data: encryption, secure servers, restricted access, and regular audits. However, no system is entirely foolproof—transmission over the internet is at your own risk.

 
11. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies for:

  • Functional purposes: remember your preferences, enable login.

  • Analytical purposes: understand how you navigate our site (e.g. Google Analytics).
    You can manage cookie preferences via your browser or via a cookie consent banner. Please note disabling certain cookies may impair site functionality.

 
12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy occasionally. The “Last updated” date at the top will reflect the latest revision. Material changes will be communicated (e.g. via email or website notice).

 
13. Contact Us

For questions, requests, or complaints:

If you are in the UK or EU, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority (e.g. the ICO in the UK).

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